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Physical Education & Human Performance (PHP) Department
High-tech facilities. Hands-on experience. Heart-and-soul commitment. These are just a few of the reasons to study exercise science, sports management or health and physical education at Taylor.
At the end of four years, you will be equipped to succeed in areas like sports management, or move forward with your graduate education in areas like allied health as a doctor, nurse or physical therapist. In fact, of the students that apply to a graduate school from our department, we have a 100% acceptance rate!!
You will have experience working on research with Taylor faculty, serving those in other countries during Lighthouse trips, or even working at a Super Bowl. Whatever your interest, Taylor University's PHP programs will prepare you to live out your faith wherever God is leading you.
Take The Next Step
Want to learn more? Watch these clips from from various faculty and students. Check out our degrees and majors. Or better yet, schedule a campus visit and see for yourself.
Dr. Erik Hayes, exercise science professor, discusses the benefits for students enrolled in the exercise science program.
Daniel, an exercise science major, discusses how a Lighthouse trip with doctors helped him understand the flexibility of the exercise science major and allowed him to discover his strengths and passions.
Don Taylor, coordinator for the sports management program, discusses the work needed to be successful in the sports management program.
Bruce Pratt, department chair, says "There are lots of opportunities in today's world to engage with different aspects of Physical Education & Human Performance."
PHP News
Taylor University Students Seeking Subjects for Stroke Recovery Study
January 24, 2012Students and faculty members from Taylor University’s human performance/wellness program are seeking candidates for a study that incorporates moderate exercise into the recovery program of adults who have suffered a stroke.
PHP Stories
New Aquatics Wing Accommodates Growing Exercise Science Major
April 20, 2012The Exercise Science major is one of the fastest growing majors at Taylor University. The Eichling Aquatics Wing, completed in January, 2011, has proven to be a great tool for helping students become more marketable.
